Cooking is great...

...because it's creative.
...because it's peaceful.
...because it's passionate.
...because you can make people happy.
...because it can make you happy.
...because life is short, and food is meant to be enjoyed.
...because it can bring people together to share in something good.
...because good food can heal you.
...because happiness can heal you.
...because a carrot is never angry.
...because you can beat the eggs.
...because you can punch the dough.
...because you can make punch.
...because you're always learning.
...because it requires patience and focus.
...because it can come in useful.
...because you can make it your job.
...because there is so much good stuff to eat!